Refuge Trifoglio

Rifugio Trifoglio sits at 1,343m in the foothills above the Val di Scalve in Bergamo Province, Lombardy. Reach it from Azzone by hiking the marked trail up through beech forest for roughly 1.5 hours. The approach is steady but never steep. You can also access it from Colzate to the south in about the same time. In winter, snow closes the road access, so foot approach becomes mandatory.

The rifugio is small, with capacity for around 30 guests spread across simple rooms. It serves hearty Lombard food at lunch and dinner—pasta, casserole, polenta—with local cheeses and cured meats. Half-board is standard but full-board and room-only options exist. Tap water is reliable. The hut stays open year-round, though winter visits require good fitness and avalanche awareness on approach routes. Basic facilities: no hot showers, but washrooms are functional and warm.

Book direct by phone or email. The hut fills quickly during summer Sundays and public holidays in July and August. Weekday visits in June and September are less crowded. Winter visits require advance notice, especially if snow is forecast. The hut management can advise on trail conditions and seasonal access.